Civil engineers, and their projects, were celebrated at the annual ICE North West Civil Engineering Awards Dinner 2016, which saw Regional Chair Gareth Scott and ICE President Sir John Armitt hand out a range of awards.

In addition to established project categories and people categories, the 2016 awards also recognised two further areas of merit in terms of heritage and diversity.

The ICE North West Civil Engineering Award 2016 Winners

Diversity Award – new for 2016 – MWH

Heritage Award – new for 2016 – Blackpool Tower

Volunteer of the Year – Chris Thomas, VolkerGround Engineering

Mentor of the Year – Steve Dempsey, United Utilities

Community Project of the Year – Ulverston Water Quality Improvement Scheme